Construction Accidents

Construction sites are notoriously dangerous places where countless things can—and often do—go wrong. Unsafe scaffolding, defective or worn-down machinery, unsafe working conditions, and lack of proper training are all factors that may lead to construction accidents. Unfortunately, construction accidents are not uncommon and frequently result in serious injury to workers as well as innocent bystanders.

At O’Mara & Padilla, we understand the devastating effects—physical, emotional, and financial—a serious injury can have on a person’s life. If you have suffered injury in a construction accident, we can help. Please contact us today for a complimentary consultation with a respected and dedicated personal injury lawyer.

Why Construction Accidents Happen

Construction accidents can happen for any number of reasons but usually because of:

• Safety violations at the construction site
• Improper or inadequate worker training, especially on machinery such as forklifts, cranes, and scaffolding
• Defective or out-of-date machinery
• Negligence or wrongdoing of a contractor, equipment supplier or manufacturer, or other third party
• Alcohol or drug use on the job
• Inattention/Distraction

When construction accidents happen, the consequences can be life altering. Medical expenses, loss of income or earning capacity, physical pain and mental anguish are just some of the many devastating effects of construction accidents. Fortunately, victims of construction accidents—workers and innocent bystanders alike—have certain legal rights and may be eligible to recover some, if not all, of their losses.

Recovering Your Losses

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury or death in a construction accident, you may be entitled to compensation. To ensure your legal rights are protected, it is of vital importance to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after the accident. This is especially crucial since all construction accident cases are subject to specific time limitations.

Our attorneys have extensive experience handling complex personal injury cases and are committed to helping injury victims obtain the justice and compensation they deserve. Let us help you. Please contact us today for a FREE consultation with one of our highly skilled personal injury lawyers. We can evaluate your claim, explain your rights, and help you maximize your legal interests.